Push-up

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Learn how to do the Push-up with proper form and technique. This body weight exercise primarily targets your Pectorals, with secondary emphasis on Triceps, Deltoids, Core.

Push-up exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Push-up

Follow these steps to perform the Push-up with correct form:

  1. 1Start in a high plank position with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart and your feet together.
  2. 2Engage your core and lower your body towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping your body in a straight line.
  3. 3Pause for a moment when your chest is just above the ground, then push yourself back up to the starting position by straightening your arms.
  4. 4Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Push-up Muscles Worked

Primary

pectorals

Secondary

tricepsdeltoidscore

Exercise Details

Equipment
body weight
Body Part
chest
Category
Main

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